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Strudel vs. Biscuit — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between strudel and biscuits

  • Strudel is richer than biscuits in vitamin B12, vitamin B6, iron, vitamin A, vitamin B3, phosphorus, vitamin B2, and calcium.
  • Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for strudel is 63% higher.
  • Strudel contains 16 times more vitamin A than biscuits. Strudel contains 1316IU of vitamin A, while biscuits contain 82IU.
  • Biscuits contain less sodium.
  • Biscuits have a lower glycemic index than strudel.

Food types used in this article are KELLOGG'S, EGGO, Wafflers, Strawberry Strudel and Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, prepared from recipe.

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Mineral Comparison

Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 9.3% 88% 6.3% 221% 0% 11% 113% 90% 0% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 13% 71% 11% 109% 27% 15% 70% 76% 49% 106%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +24.7%
Contains more IronIron +103.4%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +60.4%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +38.5%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +70.4%
Contains more ZincZinc +35%
Contains less SodiumSodium -16.1%

Vitamin Comparison

Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 132% 0% 0% 98% 104% 99% 0% 122% 200% 0% 56% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0.67% 0% 0% 0% 89% 72% 55% 17% 8.1% 10% 0% 46% 0%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +45.2%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +79.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +1414.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +1900%
Contains more FolateFolate +21.3%
~equal in Vitamin E ~mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg
~equal in Vitamin B1 ~0.356mg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
5% 11% 50% 29% 5%
Protein: 5 g
Fats: 11 g
Carbs: 50 g
Water: 29.2 g
Other: 4.8 g
7% 16% 45% 29% 3%
Protein: 7 g
Fats: 16.3 g
Carbs: 44.6 g
Water: 28.9 g
Other: 3.2 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +12.1%
Contains more OtherOther +50%
Contains more ProteinProtein +40%
Contains more FatsFats +48.2%
~equal in Water ~28.9g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
27% 28% 46%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.7 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.8 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.6 g
28% 45% 27%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 4.324 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 6.93 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.163 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -37.6%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +147.5%
~equal in Polyunsaturated fat ~4.163g

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Strudel Biscuit
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price Equal
Rich in minerals Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Strudel Biscuit DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 1.6µg 0.08µg 63%
Vitamin A 395µg 44%
Vitamin B6 0.53mg 0.035mg 38%
Iron 5.9mg 2.9mg 38%
Selenium 19.5µg 35%
Manganese 0.378mg 16%
Vitamin B3 5.3mg 2.949mg 15%
Phosphorus 263mg 164mg 14%
Vitamin B2 0.45mg 0.31mg 11%
Monounsaturated fat 2.8g 6.93g 10%
Copper 0.082mg 9%
Fats 11g 16.3g 8%
Saturated fat 2.7g 4.324g 7%
Calcium 293mg 235mg 6%
Vitamin B5 0.285mg 6%
Sodium 691mg 580mg 5%
Protein 5g 7g 4%
Cholesterol 12mg 3mg 3%
Folate 74µg 61µg 3%
Vitamin B1 0.39mg 0.356mg 3%
Polyunsaturated fat 4.6g 4.163g 3%
Calories 318kcal 353kcal 2%
Carbs 50g 44.6g 2%
Zinc 0.4mg 0.54mg 1%
Fiber 1.2g 1.5g 1%
Potassium 71mg 121mg 1%
Magnesium 13mg 18mg 1%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0%
Net carbs 48.8g 43.1g N/A
Vitamin D 1IU 0%
Sugar 16.8g 2.18g N/A
Trans fat 0.2g N/A
Tryptophan 0.087mg 0%
Threonine 0.211mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.273mg 0%
Leucine 0.514mg 0%
Lysine 0.226mg 0%
Methionine 0.132mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.347mg 0%
Valine 0.313mg 0%
Histidine 0.161mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Strudel Biscuit
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score

The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
62%
Strudel
23%
Biscuit
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
Strudel
55%
Biscuit

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Strudel
Strudel is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.624g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Strudel
Strudel is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Biscuit
Biscuit is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Biscuit
Biscuit is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.62g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Biscuit
Biscuit contains less Sodium (difference - 111mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Biscuit
Biscuit is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Biscuit - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172670/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.